Ab7b9 guitar chord
The Ab7b9 chord (Ab 7th flat 9) is built from the notes Ab, C, Eb, Gb and Bbb, formula 1–3–5–b7–b9.
- Notes
- Ab C Eb Gb Bbb
- Type
- 7th flat 9
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 4
40421xHow to play Ab7b9
The easiest Ab7b9 shape is 40421x, starting around fret 1. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Dark and tense, pulling strongly toward a minor chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Ab7b9 chord?
Ab7b9 contains Ab, C, Eb, Gb and Bbb. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–b9.
Is Ab7b9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 40421x.
What can I play instead of Ab7b9?
Ab7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Ab7b9 is too hard or too busy.